What are the main factors that influence an Electrical Wireman's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Electrical Wireman's salary?

An Electrical Wireman's salary grows with experience: starting around $58,794 for beginners, reaching about $63,885 at mid-level, and approach $70,448 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Electrical Wireman?

Electrical Wireman salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electrical Wireman roles are District of Columbia $69,114, California $68,852, Massachusetts $67,935. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Electrical Wireman roles make?

Salaries for Electrical Wireman level roles vary by specialization: Residential Wireman: $86,937; Wireman: $83,992; Journeyman Wireman: $77,200; Control Panel Wireman: $70,309; Electrical Estimator: $68,180.

Electrical Wireman Salary in Delaware

How much does an Electrical Wireman make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electrical Wireman in Delaware is $63,215 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, an Electrical Wireman's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,232
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,570 to $73,169
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,787

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Electrical Wireman Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,169	$6,097	$1,407	$35
Average	$63,215	$5,268	$1,216	$30
25th Percentile	$53,570	$4,464	$1,030	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Electrical Wireman Salaries

An Electrical Wireman's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Electrical Wireman Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Electrical Wireman's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $58,794
Early Career (1-2 years): $59,196
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,885
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $69,968
Expert (over 8 years): $70,448

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Electrical Wireman	$58,794
Intermediate Level Electrical Wireman	$59,196
Senior Level Electrical Wireman	$63,885
Specialist Level Electrical Wireman	$69,968
Expert Level Electrical Wireman	$70,448

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How Do Electrical Wireman Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Electrical Wiremans. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $69,114.
California: $68,852.
Massachusetts: $67,935.

District of Columbia $69,114 California $68,852 Massachusetts $67,935 Washington $67,685 New Jersey $67,660 Alaska $67,572 Connecticut $66,711 New York $66,361

Hawaii $65,244 Rhode Island $64,720 Maryland $64,364 Minnesota $63,877 Colorado $63,690 Illinois $63,627 Oregon $63,390 Delaware $63,215

New Hampshire $63,106 Virginia $62,860 Pennsylvania $62,142 Nevada $61,780 North Dakota $61,661 Michigan $61,474 Wisconsin $61,405 Vermont $61,268

Texas $60,887 Maine $60,862 Arizona $60,825 Ohio $60,781 Georgia $60,207 Indiana $59,919 Wyoming $59,863 Utah $59,776

Iowa $59,738 Kansas $59,439 Louisiana $59,351 North Carolina $59,320 Missouri $59,308 Florida $59,064 Montana $58,933 Nebraska $58,808

Kentucky $58,740 South Carolina $58,490 Tennessee $58,334 Idaho $58,271 New Mexico $57,816 Oklahoma $57,716 Alabama $57,348 South Dakota $56,730

Arkansas $56,393 West Virginia $56,212 Mississippi $55,668

Top Paying Cities for Electrical Wiremans

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $62,931
Little Creek: $63,391
Magnolia: $63,300

Lincoln, DE $62,931 Little Creek, DE $63,391 Magnolia, DE $63,300 Milford, DE $63,091 Marydel, DE $63,194 Millsboro, DE $62,667 Millville, DE $62,763 Milton, DE $62,872

Nassau, DE $62,918 Ocean View, DE $62,753 Rehoboth Beach, DE $62,873 Seaford, DE $62,909 Selbyville, DE $62,649 Smyrna, DE $63,435 Viola, DE $63,143 Woodside, DE $63,313

Bear, DE $63,167 Newark, DE $63,143 Claymont, DE $63,272 Delaware City, DE $63,206 Hockessin, DE $63,137 Kirkwood, DE $63,194 Middletown, DE $63,218 Montchanin, DE $63,152

New Castle, DE $63,161 Odessa, DE $63,250 Port Penn, DE $63,292 Rockland, DE $63,158 Saint Georges, DE $63,199 Townsend, DE $63,296 Winterthur, DE $63,165 Lewes, DE $62,896

Wilmington, DE $63,140 Dover, DE $63,391 Dover Afb, DE $63,057 Bethany Beach, DE $62,687 Bethel, DE $62,752 Bridgeville, DE $62,900 Camden Wyoming, DE $63,213 Cheswold, DE $63,371

Clayton, DE $63,373 Dagsboro, DE $62,643 Delmar, DE $62,542 Ellendale, DE $62,732 Felton, DE $63,086 Fenwick Island, DE $62,657 Frankford, DE $62,547 Frederica, DE $63,148

Georgetown, DE $62,619 Greenwood, DE $62,909 Harbeson, DE $62,686 Harrington, DE $63,006 Hartly, DE $63,202 Houston, DE $62,916 Kenton, DE $63,376 Laurel, DE $62,582

Yorklyn, DE $63,156

Electrical Wireman Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Electrical Wireman's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$53,570

Average $63,215/year

$73,169

$4,464

Average $5,268/month

$6,097

$1,030

Average $1,216/week

$1,407

$26

Average $30/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,169	$6,097	$1,407	$35
Average	$63,215	$5,268	$1,216	$30
25th Percentile	$53,570	$4,464	$1,030	$26

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